Stretch marks, also known as striae, are visible lines that appear on the skin's surface when it stretches or shrinks quickly. They can occur due to various reasons such as pregnancy, rapid weight gain or loss, puberty, hormonal changes, and certain medical conditions like Cushing's syndrome or Marfan syndrome.
Stretch marks typically appear on the abdomen, thighs, hips, breasts, upper arms, and lower back. They can range in color from red, pink, or purple to silver or white, depending on the stage of development. In the early stages, stretch marks may be raised and itchy, but over time they become flat and less noticeable.
While stretch marks are not harmful and do not require medical treatment, they can be a source of self-consciousness and affect one's confidence. However, there are several treatments available to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, including topical creams, laser therapy, and microdermabrasion.
Prevention is the best way to avoid stretch marks from forming. Maintaining a healthy weight, staying hydrated, and keeping the skin moisturized can help prevent stretch marks from forming or becoming more noticeable. Additionally, it's essential to avoid harsh chemicals and limit sun exposure to prevent further damage to the skin. There are several home remedies that can help prevent stretch marks or minimize their appearance.
# GelatinCollagen is the gel which holds the body together. Collagen gives skin strength, makes elastic and removes dead skin cells. Gelatin are the building blocks to collagen. Gelatin contains amino acids, glycine and proline extracted from grass-fed animals. Formation of more collagen increases elasticity, decreases wrinkles and stretch marks, promotes digestive system, reduces joint pains, reduces gut inflammation.
# Coconut oil
Coconut oil, the cheapest and the most found remedy which every one possess. Coconut oil contains amino fatty acids, by consuming it, improves skin elasticity, removes dead skin cells, increases bowl movement, builds up baby organs.
# Cocoa butter and Shea butterCocoa butter or Shea butter are the best hydrating agents which hydrates skin easily, helps in forming new skin, improves elasticity and prevents stretch marks. These contains natural fatty acids which renews skin.
# Olive oil
Olive oil contains vitamin A,D and E. This heals the skin, removes dead skin cells, increases blood circulation and retains skin moisture.
- Many of them suffer from itching during pregnancy, olive oil soothes and heals skin and works on it.
- Take some olive oil.
- Gently massage on the areas and leave for 30 mins.
- Take a bathe This can be done daily.
- Its better to take massage before bath.
# Aloe veraAloe vera the king of medicinal plants, contains healing properties, vitamins, minerals, enzymes and anti-inflammatory properties. This works specifically on stretch marks
- take an aloe vera leaf.
- Cut it and extract the gel.
- Apply the gel and leave it for 30 mins.
- Wash with lukewarm water.
- This should be done daily.
# Egg white
Egg white contains protein which heals, rejuvenates skin, removes stretch marks to the large extent.
- Take 2 egg whites and add 3 drops of olive oil for moisture.
- Clean the stretch marks area.
- Apply the lotion and leave it until it becomes dry.
- Wash with lukewarm water Do this daily.